Finding new roads in an vintage Mach 1 Mustang | Why I Drive #18
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- Опубликовано: 9 апр 2019
- Sean McLaine was only three when his father bought a 1969 Mustang Mach 1. At 18 years old, he practically grew up in the pony car. Now he drives it. With every mile of Arizona backroad, Sean and his dad continue to rack up the memories.
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You can never go wrong with old-school american muscle
I like it when they're driving it....and not letting it sit in some lock-up.
The driveway blocker is a class act.Made in America.
I drive mine too. I bought a 1970 Z28 4 speed back in '81 from the original owner. I ran into the orig owner 2 yrs ago and he asked me if it was for sale. I told him no and told him that a friend of mine owns 2 1970 Z28's if your interested and he said, "I want my car". My Wife said to him that I've taken real good care of it and he replied, "he's had it long enough". :)
I sold mine 30 years ago. I hope someone is loving it today.
J Smith I am
Bought mine 30 years ago....... still have it.
Maybe I have it today ?: - )
I really appreciate the rim choice!
Agreed. Painted steelies are always a good look, regardless of the kind of car they're on.
It Is a PERFECT Combo!!!!!!!!!.....
Hate those wheels. But that's just me.
I know it's over played but the American racing wheel on the car would look good. His painted steelies look really good though.
The look of that car is perfect. Who needs a radio when you have a sweet sounding V8.
outstanding video, totally captures the real meaning of passion for cars
it's not about the horsepower, the speed, the handling or winning any competition, is just about winning your heart and relive the life from that period of time, and that's the only thing that matters
Allah Turbo So true my friend 👍🏻👍🏻
It's perfect.don't ever change a single thing about it.and drive it like you stole it.👍👍
I have owned my 69 mach 1 for 33 years, I share your DRIVE for the car. We drive it every chance we get, 113,000 miles later it DRIVES GREAT. Enjoyed the video. The best Mustang ever built.
Love the gold steel wheels, the stance, just SO sick!! Perfect.
Back in 78 my older brother bought a 69 mach-1 428 car! I was 12 he was 16. He worked as a stockboy at the local supermarket. Saved his tips and paycheck to buy it. So many wonderful memories! Riding in and working together on that car. I can remember how that big block felt just sitting there idling. It left a lasting impression on me. It was GTOs and Camaros. Trifive Chevys after that. I'm 53 now still driving and wrenching on a hotrods.
Insanely good looking car. Love every bit of it.
So true, the real fun is in the road vibration you feel on the wheel, smell of the car, the noise, heat from the front mixed with the wind from the side windows, present and active inside, plan your turns and stops .. that's true love.
Great time capsule of the car and reality. I drove the 1971 Mach 1 for 6 years and enjoyed the power of the 351 Cleveland engine with the hurst shifter and a four barrel. Thanks guys
I’m a poncho guy (own a 72 lemans) but that is on bad ass looking mustang. I hope my son and I are sharing the same experience in 15 years!
Nice father and son story. Great car. Perfect color combo with wheels
I'm a simple man. I see Hagerty, I drop a like.
Much appreciated!
Nice car! The 351w is a great engine,from 1969-1973,the 351w's had a higher nickel content witch makes them alittle strongr and the heads are also pretty dam good,get some port work and little bigger valves and it will wake it up even more.nothing like spending some quality father-son time in a Mustang!
Great video. Love the car and how it’s a bond between father and son. Reminds me of my first car which was a barn find 69 mustang I bought when I was a kid for $400. Not a Mach 1 but still a 69 mustang.
*Owning and treating a classic the way it should be*
_Trailer Queens_ There are museums for your kink...
Great Father / Son story. Glad to see the appreciation continue for those moments and the car.
Wonderful story ! I drive my 66 SS Chevelle and love every mile we share . Had it for 20 + years now , many of which was putting it back together during a frame off restoration . I think I personally know every nut and bolt in that car .
Wow Cool car with great mods. what a great vid...captures everything that is what the hobby is all about. So glad that this father and son can share in it. This just made me feel good...thx
These cars are a way of life! They are there everyday ready when u wake up to take you on a journey and they are there every night when u go to sleep waiting for the next! They are family!
Great story. One could choose any number of vehicles to satisfy their passion. For me, the '69 -'70 Spoertsroof Mustangs are stunning. Everything about those cars push my buttons. Perhaps one day, a '70, 351 Cleveland powered example, with updates suspension, braking and trans (just enough to make it safer and better suited to highway speeds) will reside in my driveway.
1969 Mach One is one of the most beautiful cars ever made. I would go with front discs though for safety. Would hate to damage or destroy that beauty because you couldn't stop in an emergency. I upgraded to front disc brakes on my 68 GTO and it was the best thing I have done to the car. I feel so much safer which really improves the driving experience.
Power drums will put you through the windscreen if you want.
Well tuned drums and good tires you should be fine(67 toro, 66 converted fastback)
No brake fade with the discs
Great story guys!! I’ve owned 67 fastback for 11 years, & my son & I go for drives together as well. He’s been in it since he was 6, & he can’t wait to drive it. Similar situation to you guys. Thanks for the great video
I drove one just like that in the 90s. What a blast I had
WoW, I remember this mustang, I used to have 4 of them. I used to pick them up 1k-2k a pop back in the 90's
My older brother had a '69 Mach 1 that was Indian Fire color 351W 4 speed ram air with a shaker hood scoop. I loved that car even after I bought a Talladega.
That is an awesome car. Spot on stance and whole lot of attitude.
Love your story! Thanks for sharing!
Fantastic looking Mach I !! And you enjoy it on the open road, so cool ! 66 fastback driver here.
Thought you might be driving my old Mach !. Close, but no. Mine was bronze and black w 390 Cobra air. Thanks for helping to retrieve distant memories of what I can remember of those times, tho I think they are better today than living them had been. Mine was always breaking down, I'm sure my age and maturity at the time played a big part in that.
Just like my Mach ! Queuing up the T5 swap on mine along with Flowmaster 2-1/2 stainless pipes and super 44's. Gonna be awesome. Hopefully I can make a sequel to your story . Keep driving.
Great story. Great car. It's so cool when our kids enjoy the hobby too.
Love it! Thanks for sharing!
Oh so cool ! Father and son. Awesome !
I was thinking I was the only one who liked those old Ford steel wheels 😮. 1970 COUGAR owner 😉
I completely understand why someone would spend time like this, I really do.
Good for you guys ❤
I bought a zero option 302 69 Fast Back in 1989, converted it to 351W (regret that now) painted it black, converted to disc brakes put on Centerlines. ( still love the paint and wheels) still have it in 2020. I think I always will have it.
awesome, pure and simple...
Awesome car and great story! Love this series and channel!
I love this car so much
Perfect fit and shape, nothing overdone, a natural born muscle car
Great video keep up the good quality and good stories.
We absolutely will! Thanks for watching!
That car is epic! I love the color! Super cool! love the video like always!
Im 16 years old and im from Brazil. Me and my dad love these kind of car one time me and my dad decide to buy one the "Opala SS 76" great car to buy the car we do trip about 1.000 km away from my city than we take the car to our home. I can say that this car is part of my family. I dont have a cool relaxanship with my dad but after this we became very good friends and the car is becaming more and more power after every day.
Awesome car, and a cool story.
I bet those are some pretty amazing roads to explore in Arizona, especially with that car
This is the best and most beautiful car ever built. My dream to own one of these.
What a great video and story.
Still driving mine, well regular '65, drums all around, 289 rebuilt eons ago.
Awesome!
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful car.....
My dream car!
Love it... pass the muscle cars on. Makes my heart smile
Now that is nice!
Very nice ride Guys.
I had this same car. But I replaced the drums in front with disk brakes.
I recommend doing that. The only downside is that the disk brakes are so strong that in any panic stop the lock up.
Put in a f/r proportioning valve, adjust it accordingly, you'll be rid of the problem.
Nice car. Keep enjoying it!
AZ has an abundance of two lanes and scenery. If you enjoy cruising, this is the place.
Right on guys that is a cool Mach 1.
That’s a sick car right there 🤩
Kudos to Dad for keeping it real, enjoying the car instead of restoring it for a decade and missing out on the experience of having your son drive and enjoy it beside you.
My father let me drive his ‘67 Galaxie, (yellow gold) home from McConnellsburg to Pittsburgh on the PA Turnpike the day I won both PA#1 plates in 20” & 24” BMX Racing. Up until my final main, seeing him await me at the finish after winning the 2nd State Championship, I thought it couldn’t get better, and then he pulled over in the on-ramp getting on to 76 West. He said: “You take it from here.” and that’s when I knew it was THEE BEST day I ever experienced with him, in his 3rd ‘67 Yellow Gold Galaxie XLT. Hearing the glass packs crackle decelerating through the Laurel Highlands was quite an experience for a 15 year old. Lol, yes, it was September ‘83 and I wasn’t turning ‘16 till November, but knowing he probably had a little sumthin-sumthin in his Coke, it was a lesser of the evil that evening as the sun set, dad relaxed enjoying a proud parent moment, (yes, I wasn’t factory sponsored like some of the other riders and we drove around older vehicles so I’m guessing he had grown a few inches watching me do so well against the other 15 Expert riders with more better equipment and more fortunate means).
Seeing this father and son enjoy an old Gold Ford took me back to a wonderful moment, and my heart pumping and my face grinning as I struggled to keep it at 55!
Good stuff!
Freiburger from roadkill deffinilty took inspiration and ideas for the disgustang from this car. Great build and love the passion. Great video!!
I have a 1970 fastback mustang base model 302 2 brl. Can't wait for summer
Awesome car, I love the stance and the overall look of it.
That is a wonderful colour to that car.
Car guys creating future car guys !!!!! Luv it
Wow that is beautiful!! Awesome video. I hope the one we are working on over on my channel turns out half this good.
Love the steeles.
Amazing
im a true blue aussie ford lover and collector into the blue ovals for over 36 years glad to see some real fords still out there in stead of gm motors on you tube all the time
I love the 1969 Plymouth roadrunner
perfect car. listen to your friends. it looks amazing as is.
father and son goals..
I had one 40 years ago when I was in H/S. Black/white, 428 PI/4spd
I had a 67 coupe with all the speed goodies, top loader four speed, etc. The problem is that there are no open roads in So Cal. It is now being driven by someone in Belgium.
My dad has a 70 boss 302 pristine, it’s been redone yes but it’s all stock, even Polly glass Gt tires on it, love it, he’s had it for 5 years and I’m 15, and we’re looking into getting a 69 Mach one right now, it’s Champaign gold sure but it’s got a 390 and if we do buy it it’ll but fun as well
The painted steel wheels really set it off imo. Killer vid and driver
thats one awesome car.
I just bought back my High School Car. 1969 mach 1 Origional silver jade. Rebuilt the carb last night, Hoping to get it to fire tonight for the first time in 15 years.
Perfect video, thanks! At the end I thought, that you will say John McClane :-) (Die hard movies)
Shawn your so lucky to have a great Dad. (With a sweet car!). Don’t ever take it for granted. I did and will never forgive myself...
Love it gonna build me the same pony
My uncle has one , he put a 428 CJ with the shaker hood in it and one day he let me drive it . Driving it down my street I got on it , just somewhat and it sat my head back in the seat .
After returning home my uncle ask me what I thought and if it could beat my Vette. At that time I had a 1970 Corvette 350/300hp 4 speed.
I knew it could tear my vette up but I told him ... My Vette would walk the dog on that Mustang. My uncle was shocked and just looked at me not saying anything else.
A short while later he had sold the Mustang to a friend for 1500.00 . I was so hurt that I didn't know about the sale cause I would have bought it in a flash.
Beautiful 🙌🇦🇺🇺🇸
Hell yeah
How could you dislike this video???
Awesome video. You should purchase the Kelsey hanes front disc brake kit from opentracker and you would be set!
I am never satisfied with one stance for my 70 and it is a dual purpose car so it just makes sense . But this 69 stance and wheel and tire combination is dead perfect for a road car.... Perfect !!
Perfect, except for one imperfection: Add power disc brakes up front, and the improvement will be nothing short of what the five speed was. Be a lot safer for all that minto front sheet metal too.
Power drum brakes are perfect for street driving. Remember drums have more friction area than discs.
Bill Hollingsworth not at all. I daily drive a 68 charger with drums and it gets extremely sketchy
@@amraceway You might not have noticed, but they're not driving on the street in town
At 0:55 the brake pedal says disc brakes?
@@markh8301 Good catch, but he says at the 42 second mark that the car still has 4 wheel drums. Still, I agree with others that for calm cruising, drum brakes are just fine in good condition and properly adjusted. My '64 Falcon Sprint has 4 wheel drums and it stops very easily and nicely. I just don't dare take it on a track.
Best looking Mustang ever exist!!!
Who needs a radio?
The car itself sings to you.
That's a great driver! I dig these driving cars rather than the trailer queens.
I want one of these to drive to work.
And take the long way home at quitting time.
Nice
The 69 Mach 1 is my favorite car of all time!